November 2024
AT THE HOME // Vol 6 Issue 11
Hello, FORM KIDS Fam!
As we move into a season of extra Thankfulness, we can take a moment to count our blessings. It is easy to become frustrated at work, home, or just feel like we are stuck. In those moments, taking time to count our blessings can give us an attitude of gratitude. We can also encourage our kids to do the same! Reflect on God’s goodness towards your family, your extended family, and how He has led your family in the past. Prepare for this season of gratitude by pausing with your family to reflect and give thanks for what God has done in the past, what He is doing now, and what He will do in the future. God is good regardless of our circumstance. This month we look forward to our churchwide Thanksgiving meal. Be sure to register on the church website before it’s full. Messy Church will be November 20 due to Thanksgiving. We are also looking forward to opening the 4 year old classroom soon! Please contact Tonya Herman for volunteer opportunities so we can create these fun opportunities as we show our children God’s love.
Please see below for upcoming events!
+ What’s happening
FORM KIDS REGISTRATION//
As we move into a new year, it’s time to re-register for FORM Kids to receive updates and newsletters. Stay connected to calendar events through Instagram, Facebook, the church website, or receive text updates.
text @formkids to 81010
MESSY CHURCH // NOVEMBER 20
Messy Church will be on the 3rd Wednesday of November due to Thanksgiving! Bring your family and enjoy worship together. There will be crafts, games, and a chance to reflect on God’s blessings. A light dinner will follow.
Register now for Nov. 20.
KIDS PRAISE // SABBATH
December 7// 5:00-6:00p
Kids Praise is a time for kids to participate in worship through song, scripture, a poem or a game. Register on the link below to sign up for a time to participate in the Kids Praise program. If you are not participating, please plan to join us as we worship together!
FAMILY CONNECT // CHRISTMAS MOVIE
ADVENTURERS// PARENTS NIGHT OUT FUNDRAISER
Come join us for a family movie night December 7 from 6:30-9:30. There will be Christmas crafts and a Christmas movie. We will also provide pizza and drinks. Plan to worship with us at sundown and then stay for a movie!
OR
Plan a Parents’ night out! Adventurers will provide childcare, crafts and gift wrapping! Cash only! See registration for pricing and to reserve a spot.
Walk-ins are welcome BUT registration helps plan food and materials.
4 YEAR OLD// SABBATH SCHOOL
COMING SOON
4 Year old Sabbath School will open soon! If you are interested in teaching this class please contact Pastor Tonya. If you have a 4 year old or Pre-K child, please plan to transition your child into this classroom this fall. We are excited for this classroom to open and serve our 4 year olds!
WHAT we’re teaching +
Racers, start your engines! In a race, you might need to navigate obstacles, pit stops, and tight turns in order to stay on the right track. As you're zooming through the track, there's so much to think about and it can be hard to stay focused on what's most important! In this four-week series, we'll learn some important stories from Joshua about how obstacles are no problem for God and courage comes from knowing God's words. No matter how long the race, God can use someone like you because with God, there is victory!
**Parents, click here for our Grow At Home weekly discipleship to carry the conversation home with your kids.
CRADLE ROLL A
(Birth - 2 year olds)
CRADLE ROLL B
(2 year olds)
CRADLE ROLL C
(3 year olds)
+ Parent devotional
PARENT TIP OF THE MONTH +
Life gets busy with work, school, sports, music and a host of other activities. The Bible tells us to teach our children about God in our comings and goings, but sometimes that is hard. This week as you drive in the car, make dinner, or walk into the grocery store, find time to connect with your kids. Plan a family outing this month that is intentional. It can be as simple as taking a walk Sabbath afternoon to playing an elaborate game of kickball in the backyard. Whatever it is, find a way to play, laugh, and just have fun together.
WAYS TO GIVE +
Looking for ways to further the mission of children and family discipleship? We invite you to support @formkids financially. As you bless our ministry, our volunteer and leadership team overflow that blessing into our large children and family ministry community and world. Your tax-deductible donation helps FORM KIDS grow. Click the above icon or here for ways to give. Thank you for your generosity!
+ JOIN OUR FORM KIDS FAM
As our ministry keeps growing, we’d love to have you join our team and be a part of our FORM KIDS fam where we have over 95+ members in our community helping in various ways. Please click here to see openings.
Our immediate needs are:
- Pianists to join our Cradle Roll rotating team
- 3 year old Cradle Roll teacher to teach once a month
- 5th Sabbath teachers- teach 4 times a year!
Contact Pastor Tonya @ Tonya@arlingtonadventist.com for more information. We’d love to have you join our team and be part of our FORM KIDS fam!
